Lee County Schools AIG and Advanced Learning

09/17/2026

Such a fun project. Thanks to all who participated.

09/10/2026

Making Our Mark for International Dot Day!

Students at WB Wicker Elementary are putting their creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills to the test as they create their entries for the International Dot Day Challenge!

The challenge? Create something amazing using ONLY the materials provided in the bag. No extra supplies. No limits on imagination! Students are thinking outside the bag as they transform simple materials into creative and innovative designs.

Showcase: September 15
Students and teachers will vote for the most innovative and creative entry!

A big thank-you to Dr. Jett, AIG Specialist at WB Wicker, for organizing this opportunity for students to take risks, think creatively, and make their mark!

09/02/2026

Geography Challenge at WBW.
Nore, a 5th grader at WB Wicker, has begun his Geography Challenge journey with Dr. Jett. He is finishing the Continents and Oceans of the World and ready to move on to U.S. Landmarks and States in the South. Good Luck to all the students across the district who will participate in the Geo Challenge this year.

08/27/2026

Battle of the Books is also starting back up at the high schools! See Ms. Guin or Mrs. Nooning at Southern Lee, Mrs. Brown, Mr. Brown, or Mrs. Prince at LCHS, or Ms. Penwell at LEC!

Come join Battle of the Books on September 4 t 3:15PM in room 510!

08/27/2026

There will be a High School Battle of the Books Interest Meeting this Wednesday, August 26th immediately after school in Mrs. Brown's room, AW 2104. New and returning members are welcome!

08/27/2026

Chess is starting back up again this year at the high schools! See Mr. Charles at Southern Lee, Mrs. Willaert at LEC, or Mr. Pearce at LCHS!

Interested in Chess? Join Mr. Charles for the first meeting!

08/24/2026

Chess Club is underway at Tramway Elementary School!

More than forty 4th and 5th grade students are building on their knowledge of chess while developing their strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. We're excited to see our young chess player grow throughout the year!

08/11/2026

These 4th graders at Tramway Elementary have started their work in Math Stars, a unique math enrichment and problem solving program.

06/23/2026

This year at Kaleidoscope and Periscope we accepted twelve high school students who previously participated in K&P to return to participate in a Student Leadership Academy where students learned leadership fundamentals with Mr. Crockett and then met with local school leaders in a panel discussion and one-on-one interviews to learn about their leadership journeys.

Then during camp, our high school student leaders assisted teachers and students with their classes, led student groups on our field trip, and learned skills like customer service, social media management, and event planning.

This experience for high school students essentially turns Kaleidoscope and Periscope into a fully grades 5-12 enrichment opportunity for students in our district, and we are so grateful to have such excellent student leaders serving as role models for our elementary and middle school students! Way to go Lydia, Rune, Dylan, Peyton, Sasha, Harley, Jazmine, Jesus, Alexa, Mekaela, Penny, and Ana!

06/18/2026

At our Kaleidoscope and Periscope Closing Ceremony, we had the honor of recognizing one of the champions of AIG and Advanced Learning in Lee County Schools—Gail Puryear Smith. A longtime educator in our district, serving our advanced learners as a teacher assistant, classroom teacher, AIG Specialist, and AIG Coordinator until her retirement in 2022 (and since), Ms. Smith has improved the educations and lives of thousands of students and staff in our community. Nominated by a former student, Sara Zuluaga, and surrounded by past and present colleagues, Ms. Smith was presented with the 2026 Mary Hawley Oates Distinguished Service Award for her work to advance equity and excellence for the gifted and advanced learners of Lee County. Congratulations, Ms. Smith!

You can read more on page 10 of this year’s program here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12G82Hagy542YNLfU6acbtU0sasd0uL825NzcKKDuLWc/edit?usp=drivesdk